Whether you rip it or tear it - it is still no good. They mean the same thing. ■

Originally Posted by sganesh

Dear Mr.Gary,

When I was going through monoply ( single ply ) fabric belt, I had come through both terms as characteristics of that belt. Hence I posted this question.

Thanks a lot & Many regards,

Rip Resistance values are based on the force required to rip a belt once a foreign object/tramp material penetrate the carcass.

Tear Resistance values are based on the force required to tear the belt, transverse or longitudinal, without penetration of a foreign object or tramp material. Relevant in regard to edge knicks or cuts, or areas where the belt has been damaged to the point where a loose piece of the carcass could be snagged, causing a longitudinal tear. ■